Chicago Tribune: In 2010, a captive whale named Tilikum killed his trainer, Dawn Brancheau, by grabbing the 40-year-old woman’s ponytail and pulling her into the water. This was the third death of a human that involved this orca, first captured in Iceland and subsequently obliged to perform at marine parks in North America. Brancheau’s death took place at SeaWorld Orlando, following a show called “Dine with Shamu,” wherein guests ate dinner as Tilikum and other orcas entertained the paying customers. Tilikum, also known for his prowess as a stud, continued to live at SeaWorld until his death last year.
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